For press · Updated 2026-05-10

BeforeSigning Press Kit: Most Common Contract Red Flags 2026

BeforeSigning is an independent AI analyzer that helps consumers review contracts in about 30 seconds. Below are stats from our aggregated, anonymized user data blended with an honest seed baseline (labeled as such). Free to cite with attribution. For interviews, data cuts, or custom breakdowns, use our contact form.

Copy-paste stats

• 1,000+ — Contracts reviewed.

  Source: BeforeSigning (2026-05-10). Based on aggregated early user data.

• 6.4 — Avg risk score (1-10).

  Source: BeforeSigning (2026-05-10). Based on aggregated early user data.

• Unlimited revisions — Most common red flag.

  Source: BeforeSigning (2026-05-10). Based on aggregated early user data.

• 37% — Freelance contracts w/ 12mo+ non-compete.

  Source: BeforeSigning (2026-05-10). Based on aggregated early user data.

• 52% — Contracts with overly-broad IP assignment.

  Source: BeforeSigning (2026-05-10). Based on aggregated early user data.

• 44% — Vendor agreements w/ silent auto-renewal.

  Source: BeforeSigning (2026-05-10). Based on aggregated early user data.

• 61% — Contracts w/ asymmetric termination terms.

  Source: BeforeSigning (2026-05-10). Based on aggregated early user data.

• 48% — One-sided indemnification clauses.

  Source: BeforeSigning (2026-05-10). Based on aggregated early user data.

Downloadables

• Full dataset (CSV)
• Full most common contract red flags 2026 page

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